Job Description

At Gibbston Valley, we’re more than just a winery, we are a place where guests come to unwind, reconnect, and experience the very best of the region. Surrounded by vines, our Cellar Door, Wine Cave, Restaurant, Spa, and Lodge offer visitors a unique taste of genuine kiwi hospitality.

We live by our values: Care Always | Grow Together | Craft with Purpose | Honor the Land

About the role:

• Seasonal Full-time ~ 40 hours per week
• Location: Gibbston Valley Wines - Gibbston, Otago
• $30.00 to $33.00 depending on the experience

We are looking for a hands-on Seasonal Landscape Gardner to support in maintaining and developing the gardens and landscaped areas across our property during our peak season - Summer, while ensuring our grounds are presented to an exceptional standard for our guests year-round. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining gardens and landscaped areas throughout guest spaces and public areas
• Growing, harvesting, and caring for produce in the chef's greenhouse and kitchen gardens
• Maintaining the gardens surrounding our 24 luxury villas
• Lawn mowing, edging, hedge trimming, pruning, weeding, and general garden maintenance
• Irrigation maintenance and monitoring plant health
• Replanting and developing garden areas to enhance the property's appearance
• Assisting with landscaping projects and seasonal improvements
• Ensuring all gardens are maintained to a high standard at all times

About you:

• Previous experience in gardening, horticulture, landscaping, or grounds maintenance
• Good plant knowledge and experience in plant care
• Experience growing vegetables, herbs, or greenhouse produce would be an advantage
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively
• A strong eye for detail and pride in maintaining high-quality outdoor spaces
• Physical fitness and willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Eligibility of work in New Zealand without any restrictions.
• A reliable method transport since we’re located about 25 mins from Queenstown CBD

If you love working in a stunning natural environment this could be your next move.

Why you will love working for us:

• Work in a luxury, award-winning environment in a breathtaking vineyard setting alongside one of Central Otago's most iconic brands
• Generous Staff Discounts on our luxury Lodge stays, NZ's #1 Resort Spa treatments, Restaurant dining, Cellar Door, and retail wines.
• Expand your wine knowledge through immersive training alongside passionate industry experts.
• A supportive, tight-knit team grounded in values that matter
• Relax and connect with your team over a complimentary glass of wine after your shift.
• Structured Staff Appreciation Program celebrating your hard work and achievements.
• Free on-site parking and full uniforms provided

If you’re ready to work somewhere truly special, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and a brief cover letter and bring your passion to Gibbston Valley.

*We’re grateful for the interest in joining the Gibbston Valley Wines team. As we receive a high number of applications, we’ll be in touch only with shortlisted candidates.

*To be eligible for consideration, you must be based in New Zealand, and legally able to work here. We are not able to sponsor for this role.